Live Scorpion from Mexico
Live emperor scorpion (Pandinus imperator), imported for exotic pet enthusiasts. HTS 0106.90.0180 covers this other live arachnid not specified elsewhere in heading 0106.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Secure USFWS declaration; CITES permit needed for Appendix II scorpions
• Use escape-proof ventilated containers compliant with IATA live animal regulations